SSC CPO 2019 PYQ — Question 29

SSC CPO Tier I - 13th December 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q29

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

BEGUILE

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Deceive.

  1. Beguile- charm or enchant someone, often in a deceptive way. 
  2. Repulse- drive back an attack or attacker by force.
  3. Deceive- to try to make somebody believe something that is not true.
  4. Hasten- to be quick to do something.
  5. Disenchant- cause someone to be disappointed.

As the chosen option expresses the best meaning of the given word it will be correct.